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What is a key benefit of unobtrusive methods for information gathering?
What is a key benefit of unobtrusive methods for information gathering?
- They provide more accurate results than interactive methods.
- They are only used in quantitative research.
- They are more time-consuming than interactive methods.
- They are less disruptive to the environment being studied. (correct)
What is the primary purpose of sampling in human information requirements analysis?
What is the primary purpose of sampling in human information requirements analysis?
- To eliminate irrelevant data from the study
- To select the entire population for study
- To ensure all data is qualitative
- To systematically select representative elements of a population (correct)
What is the name of the technique used to observe and interpret the decision-maker's environment?
What is the name of the technique used to observe and interpret the decision-maker's environment?
- FRAME
- STROBE (correct)
- SPECTRA
- SCOPE
What is the goal of constructing an analyst's playscript?
What is the goal of constructing an analyst's playscript?
What is the benefit of using multiple methods in information gathering?
What is the benefit of using multiple methods in information gathering?
What is the main difference between quantitative and qualitative document analysis?
What is the main difference between quantitative and qualitative document analysis?
What is the primary purpose of records in a business?
What is the primary purpose of records in a business?
What is an advantage of inspecting a record?
What is an advantage of inspecting a record?
Why is it important to collect examples of all forms in use?
Why is it important to collect examples of all forms in use?
What is a question to ask when reviewing a filled-out form?
What is a question to ask when reviewing a filled-out form?
What is the purpose of observing the number and type of transactions in a record?
What is the purpose of observing the number and type of transactions in a record?
Why is it important to compare the intended distribution pattern of a form with who actually receives it?
Why is it important to compare the intended distribution pattern of a form with who actually receives it?
What is the primary purpose of the Analyst's Playscript?
What is the primary purpose of the Analyst's Playscript?
What is STROBE an acronym for?
What is STROBE an acronym for?
What is one of the elements of STROBE?
What is one of the elements of STROBE?
What can be observed through STROBE to confirm or negate the organizational narrative?
What can be observed through STROBE to confirm or negate the organizational narrative?
What is the significance of the corner office in STROBE?
What is the significance of the corner office in STROBE?
What type of information is often gathered through STROBE?
What type of information is often gathered through STROBE?
What does the checkmark symbol indicate in the STROBE evaluation?
What does the checkmark symbol indicate in the STROBE evaluation?
What is the purpose of the oval or eye-shaped symbol in the STROBE evaluation?
What is the purpose of the oval or eye-shaped symbol in the STROBE evaluation?
What does the square symbol indicate in the STROBE evaluation?
What does the square symbol indicate in the STROBE evaluation?
What is the meaning of the circle symbol in the STROBE evaluation?
What is the meaning of the circle symbol in the STROBE evaluation?
What is the name of the technique used to evaluate the consistency of observations with interview results?
What is the name of the technique used to evaluate the consistency of observations with interview results?
What is the purpose of creating an anecdotal list with symbols?
What is the purpose of creating an anecdotal list with symbols?
What can be inferred about a decision maker who prefers a large storage area?
What can be inferred about a decision maker who prefers a large storage area?
What can be inferred about a decision maker who uses a PC, smart phone, or tablet computer in the office?
What can be inferred about a decision maker who uses a PC, smart phone, or tablet computer in the office?
What can be inferred about an office with warm and inviting colors?
What can be inferred about an office with warm and inviting colors?
What can be inferred about a decision maker who wears conservative suits?
What can be inferred about a decision maker who wears conservative suits?
What is the purpose of analyzing a decision maker's office?
What is the purpose of analyzing a decision maker's office?
What is the main idea behind the STROBE framework?
What is the main idea behind the STROBE framework?
Study Notes
Unobtrusive Methods for Information Gathering
- Unobtrusive methods are less disruptive and can be used in conjunction with interactive methods
- They involve observing and collecting data without influencing the behavior of the individuals being studied
Sampling
- Sampling is a process of systematically selecting representative elements of a population
- It involves two key decisions: what to examine and which people to consider
- A good sample should be representative of the population and be of an appropriate size
Document Analysis
- Quantitative document analysis involves analyzing numerical data from documents
- Qualitative document analysis involves analyzing non-numerical data from documents
- Records provide periodic updates of what is occurring in the business and can be inspected for errors, opportunities for improvement, and instances for computerization
- Data capture forms can provide insight into the type of data being collected and how it is being used
Observation
- Observation involves observing the behavior of decision-makers and recording their actions using action verbs
- An analyst's playscript is a tool used to observe decision-maker behavior and record their actions
- STROBE (Structured Observation of the Business Environment) is a technique for observing the decision-maker's physical environment
- STROBE elements include office location, desk placement, stationary equipment, props, external information sources, office lighting and color, and clothing worn by decision makers
Applying STROBE
- STROBE can be used to confirm or negate the organizational narrative obtained through interviews or questionnaires
- The five symbols used to evaluate how observation of the STROBE elements compared with interview results are:,, , and
- An anecdotal list with symbols can be used to summarize the results of the STROBE analysis
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This quiz covers the importance of unobtrusive methods in information gathering, understanding sampling for human information requirements analysis, and constructing useful samples for determining human information requirements. It also focuses on creating an analyst's playscript for observation. Test your knowledge of systems analysis and design!
